Netflix’s latest offering. Enola Holmes 3. Is now available to stream. Marking the third installment in the mystery franchise based on Nancy Springer’s novels; the film, starring Millie Bobby Brown as the titular detective and Henry Cavill as her brother Sherlock Holmes, continues the adventures of the Holmes family. According to USA Today. The movie is part of a list of new and notable films currently available on streaming platforms like Netflix, Hulu, and HBO Max.

Plot and Characters

Set in the picturesque Mediterranean island of Malta, Enola Holmes 3 sees the young detective on the brink of marriage to Lord Tewkesbury (played by Louis Partridge). However, her wedding plans are interrupted when Sherlock is kidnapped by an unknown force, according to Netflix. The film follows Enola as she starts on a new personal and professional journey to uncover the truth behind her brother’s disappearance.

Millie Bobby Brown has said that the third film is all about giving fans more of what they want, with Brown emphasizing that Enola remains a powerful and inspiring character. “Enola is fierce, adventurous, and flawed – deeply flawed,” she said. “I think she’s a great role model for young people, and a reminder that there’s so much more that they’re capable of.”

Reception and Criticism

Despite the excitement surrounding the film, Enola Holmes 3 has received mixed to negative reviews. According to Watson.de, the film received a 62% score on Rotten Tomatoes after its July 1 release, making it the lowest-rated entry in the franchise. In contrast, the first film scored 91%, and the second scored 93%. Critics have raised concerns about the film’s direction and pacing, with some questioning Brown’s continued portrayal of the character.

OkDiario notes that the film has been a hit in its home country, with many Netflix subscribers watching it shortly after its July 2026 release. However, the Spanish publication also points out that the film may be difficult to follow for those who haven’t watched the first two installments, which were released in 2018 and 2022, respectively.

Streaming and Availability

As of the film’s release, Enola Holmes 3 is available on Netflix, with no reported plans for a theatrical run. USA Today includes it in a list of 10 new movies to stream during the July 4th holiday weekend. Alongside Enola Holmes 3, the list features films like Project Hail Mary and Avatar: Fire and Ash.

Netflix also highlights the film’s return to the platform as a significant moment for Brown, who previously concluded her decade-long run on Stranger Things in 2025. The publication suggests that this marks a new chapter in Brown’s career, with Enola Holmes 3 showcasing her growth as both an actress and a character.

The film is one of several new releases on Netflix in 2026, including horror series like Gas Human and comedies such as Single’s Inferno 2, as highlighted by KBS연예.